'Green lockdown' imposed in THESE Lahore areas to combat smog

In order to address the toxic smog levels in Punjab's capital, the Lahore administration has enforced‘Greeen Lockdown’ in several parts of the metropolis.

Despite several measures, smog level continues to stay over 500, and in decisive move to combat escalating air pollution, Lahore officials announced lockdown in several regions.

Green Lockdown has been enfoced in areas including Abbot Road (from Shimla Hill to Gulistan Cinema), Empress Road (from Shimla Hill to Railway Headquarters), Queen Mary Road (from Durand Road to Allama Iqbal Road), as well as Davis Road, Egerton Road, and Kashmir Road.

DG Environment Protection Agency (EPA) Punjab Dr. Imran Hamid Sheikh implemented a “green lockdown” targeting specific pollution hotspots.

Restrictions

Under the 'Green Lockdown' , the most affected areas in the Lahore will face several restrictions including a complete ban on construction activities and there will be no entry of Chhingchi rickshaws into these areas.

All open cooking and BBQ setups must cease operations early, with food outlets restricted from using charcoal, coal, or wood unless equipped with appropriate emissions control systems. Furthermore, marriage halls will be closed after 10 PM.

Officials also directed wet sweeping to be carried out by the Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC). Government and private offices operating in these zones are required to implement a work-from-home policy starting November 4, 2024, with a 50% rotation based on necessity.